I really enjoy these boots, took about 10 miles of hiking or so to break them in but now they feel way better than my Asolo's. The water proofing is excellent and heel support awesome. Its true that they are about 1/4 size larger than they are (11 is really 11-1/4) so if you like extra tow space order your true size and it will be 1/4 larger. Awesome triple stitching all the way around along with Goretex and quality leather - best boot I had in awhile.